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Navigating the intricacies of the DPDP Act can be overwhelming for many. Obtaining valid consent, handling data principal grievances, educating employees on data privacy, and managing data breach notifications each present their own unique challenges. Which area do you find most difficult to address?

What is Privacy by Design and Why It’s the Future for Companies? This approach integrates privacy into the core of systems, products, and processes from the outset. It ensures that privacy is not an afterthought but a foundational element of business practices. 💡 Why It’s Essential: Regulatory Compliance: With stricter privacy laws like GDPR and DPDPA, companies need to embed privacy measures from the start. Customer Trust: A proactive approach to privacy builds trust and differentiates you in a crowded market. Risk Mitigation: Identifying and addressing privacy risks early prevents costly data breaches and legal issues. 🔎 Safari’s Approach: Safari is promoting itself as a privacy-centric browser with features like Intelligent Tracking Prevention and Privacy Reports. While these tools are steps in the right direction, the broader industry shift towards Privacy by Design reflects a growing expectation for companies to prioritize privacy from the ground up. As privacy laws tighten, integrating Privacy by Design will not just be a regulatory requirement but a competitive advantage. How is your company preparing for this shift?

With the implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA), data fiduciaries(i.e. companies) are responsible for creating better safeguards to protect customers' personal data and promptly respond to breaches to avoid non compliance penalties that soar as high as INR 250 crores. #DPDPAct #DataBreach

🚨Important Update on DPDP Rules: Verifiable Consent will be Mandated for processing personal data of children(under 18 years)🚨 As part of the ongoing efforts to protect children's digital privacy, the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR)has warned online platforms to ensure KYC-based age verification for children accessing. This has been brought to the notice of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) under the DPDP Act framework. 🔐Why is this important? Parents and teachers enabling children to access online content for educational and informational purposes have increased children's digital footprints, so ensuring their safety online has become essential. KYC-based age verification could significantly protect minors from age-inappropriate content and safeguard their personal data. 👥Crucial Impact on Businesses: This move will require digital platforms to revisit their user verification processes, especially those catering to a younger audience. Compliance will not only be a regulatory requirement but also a testament to the collective commitment to creating a safer online environment for the next generation. 🌐The Way Forward: At DPDP Consultants, we believe that this development, while challenging, can also serve as an opportunity for businesses to demonstrate their commitment to data privacy and child safety. We’re here to support your privacy compliance journey, leveraging our expertise to turn it into a trusted driver of business value and a powerful business enabler. #DPDPAct #ChildSafety #DataPrivacy #Compliance #DigitalProtection #KYCVerification

The Health and wellness Industry collects the most 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 🗂️ Unlike GDPR, which categorizes different types of personal data, India’s privacy law places all data under one umbrella. This means compliance is crucial across the board. Despite this broad categorization, the DPDP Act mandates drastic changes in data processing: ✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 consent is now a must. ✅ 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 against data breaches are required. ✅ 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 in how patient data is used. ✅ 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Data must be used solely for specified healthcare purposes, preventing misuse or unauthorized activities. ✅ 𝐃𝐏𝐈𝐀𝐬 (𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬): Conducting DPIAs will become essential for identifying and mitigating risks associated with data processing activities. ✅ 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: Ongoing training for healthcare staff on data protection protocols and the DPDP Act is critical to ensuring compliance and safeguarding patient information. These changes will not only ensure compliance but also build greater trust and security in patient care. 🚀

Celebrating India's Independence with a Commitment to Digital Freedom  As we commemorate 78 years of India's independence, it's a time to reflect on our incredible journey as a nation. Our country has made tremendous strides from fighting for our political freedom to embracing the digital age. This year, the celebration is even more significant with the introduction of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023. Just as our people fought for our nation's sovereignty, the DPDP Act symbolises a new era of digital sovereignty and empowerment for every Indian. At DPDP Consultants, we believe that the DPDP Act is not just a regulatory framework—it's a powerful tool that can empower businesses and individuals alike. By embracing the principals of data protection, we can foster trust, drive innovation, and build a secure digital future for India. As we celebrate this Independence Day, let's pledge to protect every citizen's digital freedom. Let's ensure that our journey towards a digital India is marked by responsibility, privacy, and respect for personal data. #IndependenceDay2024 #DigitalIndia #DataProtection #DPDPAct2023

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐮𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐏𝐃𝐏 𝐀𝐜𝐭 2023 🛡️ 📅 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 – 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 2023: 𝐋𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐎𝐟 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 The initial phase revealed a significant lack of awareness. Many Data Principals—our consumers and subscribers—were unfamiliar with the new privacy law. Some perceived it as a hurdle to exploring online services. Organizations, too, were caught off guard, with many either unaware of the law's enactment or mistakenly believing it wouldn’t affect them. The gap in understanding and preparedness was evident. 🚀 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 – 𝐌𝐚𝐲 2024: 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 The tide began to turn. Awareness among Data Principals started to rise—an essential milestone in a nation of 140 crore people. Even a small percentage becoming aware of their rights under the DPDP Act was worth celebrating. Simultaneously, organizations began seeking guidance, reaching out to IT and legal teams, and consulting with law firms. The momentum towards proactive engagement was underway. 🔒 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 – 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 11𝐭𝐡, 2024: 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 Awareness continued to grow, driven by headlines of data breaches in sectors like health, telecom, and BFSI. Data Principals are now more cautious, sharing personal data only with trusted businesses. On the other side, organisations are actively seeking consultants and tools to manage consent in compliance with the law, and are investing in training programs to ensure their teams are well-prepared. ⌛ 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐫 – 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 & 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 In the last year we’ve learned that as organizations strive to meet the requirements of the DPDP Act, these two tools are the bare minimum to building compliance 👇🏽 • 𝐃𝐏𝐂𝐌 (𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭): Our tool ensures businesses can seamlessly capture, store, and track consent from Data Principals effectively. This not only helps in staying compliant but also builds trust with your customers. • 𝐃𝐏𝐀𝐏 (𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦): Educating employees about data protection principles and the DPDP Act is crucial. Our comprehensive training program equips your team with the knowledge they need to uphold data protection standards and integrate best practices into their daily routines. As we commemorate the first anniversary of India's Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act 2023, it’s remarkable to see how far we’ve come in such a short time. #DPDPAct2023 #IndianCompliance #DataPrivacy #DataProtection

We did our very first webinar recently on 1st August, 2024 on the subject of Preparation for DPDP Act, 2023: A Checklist for SMEs with Kumar Priyank. The response that we got from our attendees exceeded our expectations. The kind of questions we got to answer in the end of the webinar made us realise the lack of good quality information on the subject of this compliance. That's why we're making our webinar public for everyone to watch and benefit from. We just uploaded it to our YouTube channel! Go watch it there and let us know your questions in the comments. PS: Link to the video in the comments below.

𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐅𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐏𝐃𝐏 𝐀𝐜𝐭 2023 🛡️ The DPDP Act 2023 introduces Significant Data Fiduciaries (SDFs)—organizations entrusted with handling sensitive personal data. Key Responsibilities: - Appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO) 👤 - Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) 📊 - Engage Independent Data Auditors (IDAs) 🕵️♂️ 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐟𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬. 💸 This is a crucial step towards stronger data privacy and ethical data practices. At DPDP Consultants, we're here to help you navigate these new obligations with ease. Get in touch today to ensure your compliance! ✅ #DataPrivacy #DPDPAct2023 #DataProtection

What is DPDP Act, 2023? How does it affect you as an individual? If you have ever wondered about this then this video is for you. Akansha Bhatt & Shuchi Arora from our team help simplify the DPDP Act, 2023 by informing about the company processing mandates and individual rights over our personal information. If you still have any questions, feel free to ask them in the comments below. #DPDPAct #DataPrivacy #Compliances